Bicentennial Covington #1

In 1907, Guido Alexius and his sons Alfred, Cintio, and John founded Alexius Brothers and Company, and later his son Horace joined the business. In 1915, they purchased this landmark establishment, originally a gym. Later in the 20th century, Guido's grandsons G.C. and Haller Alexius operated the hardware store at this location until 1985, and portions of the land were donated by the Alexius family for the construction of the Covington Trailhead. The old railroad depot originally faced New Hampshire Street, with a passenger and freight terminal facing east. During the mid-1900s, the depot was moved one block to the present site, now a restaurant. The St. Tammany Special line left New Orleans at 4:30 p.m. and arrived in Covington at 6:15 p.m., then left Covington at 6:45 a.m. and arrived in New Orleans at 8:30 a.m. daily. The train was composed of elegant coaches and contained parlor buffet cars.

Covington, Louisiana · United States